Slow down and savor the flavors and heritage of one of the most celebrated wine regions of the world - Burgundy, France. Named after a centennial chestnut tree that used to be on the property, this vacation home for rent in France is situated in the charming village of Merceuil, along the border of the Cote D'Or, with a long and rich history in wine and gastronomy. 

This historic stone house and surrounding appellations in the region are steeped in the country's love and history of the vine and its culinary traditions, and has been brought to life by Hong Kong based husband and wife team Ginsberg + Chan. 

Winners of The Drinks Business Fine Wine Retailer of the Year award, the duo is a fixture in the fine wine market and have built a portfolio that includes one of the largest holdings of mature wines in the local market.

Looking for some balance to their fast paced lives, the couple settled in Burgundy, renovating the 19th-century house to blend their love of the region and provide a calm and stylish oasis from where you can explore one of Europe's most fascinating culinary destinations. 

Located directly within the charming village of Merceuil, this vacation home for rent in France celebrates the traditions and heritage of the region with a lightheaded renovation of a 19th-century house. 

Discovered by a husband and wife team of international vintners, the home's celebrated location was a draw for the couple to expand on their global wine business and create a vacation experience that immerses you into the historic cultural and culinary traditions or the region.

Newly renovated, the couple preserved the beautiful stone, rough hewn timbers and period features of the house while infusing it with a stylish and refined update. 

The main living area focuses around the fireplace, with a separate sitting room and dining room adjacent to the fully equipped chef's kitchen. 

Designed to be family friendly, there are two en suite king bedrooms, an en suite double bedroom, and an en suite bunk room, perfect for kids. 

The grounds and gardens are beautifully landscaped and private, with a pool, Bocci court, badminton, and a BBQ and al fresco dining area where you can linger over a long lunch, or an aperitif.  

THE HEART OF THE VINE & GASTRONOMY 

Surrounded by some of the most revered vineyards and Michelin-starred restaurants in the world, the home is situated in the small village of Merceuil, in the Côte-d'Or department in eastern France. 

Surrounded by the UNESCO heritage vineyards that produce the world's most prestigious wines, the house is within a 15-minute drive from the medieval town of Beaune - considered the very heart of the region's wine-making roots.  

The capital of oenophile tourism, the city's historic cobblestone streets are encircled by medieval ramparts, bastions, and towers, with the magnificent 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu at its center, and centuries-old cellars beneath the streets that house the rarest and best in the world.

One of the best ways to explore the area is on a bike with Meursault in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, and Puligny Montrachet and Chassagne all within a few miles, for tastings of some of the most famous appellations. The trails through the rolling hills of nearby Santenay pass through bucolic farmland and forests and the Cirque du Bout du Monde.

It's less than an hour north to Dijon, Burgundy's cultural center of medieval and Renaissance splendor, with its imposing Ducal palace, fascinating history, culinary excellence and vibrant street scene.

LOCATION

Merceuil, Burgundy, France. Nearest airport: Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (167km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through fall